In this episode we chat with Italian Australian author Holly Cardamone. This was one of those times where we had so much to talk about like family and visiting Italy. We were also so excited to talk with Holly about her new book 'Summer, in between.' This is a story everyone will enjoy, especially young adults as the main character, Cat, a 17 year old Italian Australian faces her summer ahead before her final year in high school. For details on purchasing the book and to learn more about Holly listen to the episode or you can click the links below:

Holly's website:

ABOUT - Holly Cardamone

Holly on Instagram:

Holly Cardamone (@holly_cardamone_author) • Instagram photos and videos

Our guests this week are brothers, AJ and Justin Mosca from Sydney, in this episode they shared with us their amazing journey to becoming international cricketers and how they will represent Italy in the 2026 T20 tournament. We loved hearing of their traditional Italian Australian childhood surrounded by family, and how special it is for them to honour their Italian heritage by representing the Italian international team. These guys were very friendly and easy to talk to and we wish them and the team all the very best in the 2026 T20 World Cup.

A reminder to our Perth listeners that the Italian Theatre of WA presents their new show 'I Maneggi Per Maritare Una Figlia' at the Old Mill Theatre in South Perth. This show is a hilarious comedy not to be missed.

Tickets:

I Maneggi per maritare una figlia Tickets, Old Mill Theatre, South Perth | TryBooking Australia

Italian Theatre of WA on Instagram:

ITWA (@italiantheatre_wa) • Instagram photos and videos

This week we are chatting about learning the Italian Language and experiencing an immersion into Italian culture with our guest Jessica, an Italian Australian who is finishing her experience in Italy with 'Italianforawhile.' 'Italianforawhile' is a travel company that assists people of all ages to spend time in Italy and learn Italian. They provide support and assistance for all parts of the journey. In this episode you will hear about Jessica's personal experience with 'Italianforawhile' we loved hearing Jessica's stories of life in Italy in 2025, what has changed and what has stayed the same. You can find out more about 'Italianforawhile' by clicking the links below:

Italian for a while website:

Your gap year in Italy | Become Italian for a while

Italian for a while on Instagram:

Italianforawhile (@italianforawhile) • Instagram photos and videos

It's that time of year when the St Ali Italian Film Festival is happening across Australia. We were thrilled to have Italian Australian film director Angelo Pricolo as our guest in this episode. Angelo is the director of the very successful 2013 documentary 'Lygon Street Si Parla Italiano', narrated by Anthony LaPaglia. Angelo's new documentary is Signorinella: Little Miss, narrated by Greta Scacchi and is screening as part of the 2025 festival. We loved hearing about Angelo's inspiration to create this documentary which focuses on the experiences of Italian women who immigrated to Australia. This is a film that all Italian Australians will enjoy, definitely one to take your Mum, Zia or Nonna to.

For more details about the St Ali 2025 Italian Film Festival click the link below:

The ST. ALi Italian Film Festival is coming soon to cinemas!

Italian Film Festival on Instagram:

Italian Film Festival (@italianfilmfest) • Instagram photos and videos

Our guest this week is Tony Gorgone AKA DJ Gorgz. Tony is very well known in the Perth Italian Community and the Perth music scene. Tony is non stop, a busy father, he has his own hair salon 'Trenz' and he is the resident DJ at the Universal Bar where La Musica, a special night of Italian music happens regularly. It's a fantastic night and great for our community.

Thanks to this week's sponsor Antipasti Deli Cafe where Fabian and his team bring you your local slice of Italy in the heart of Yarraville. Specialising in homemade honest Italian food Antipasti Deli Cafe are known for their amazing coffee, mouthwatering panini, focaccia, salads, homemade gnocchi, arancini and more. With their range of high quality local products as well as incredible products straight from Italy, including wine, liquors, kitchen items and fresh flowers, Antipasti Deli Cafe has everything you need.

DJ Gorgz on Instagram:

DjGorgz Perth Dj (@djgorgz) • Instagram photos and videos

La Musica on Instagram:

(@lamusica_australia) • Instagram photos and videos

DJ Gorgz on Spotify:

Sotto Le Stelle - song and lyrics by DjGorgz, Donatella | Spotify

Antipasti Deli Cafe on Instagram:

Antipasti Deli Cafe (@antipastidelicafe) • Instagram photos and videos

This week we are chatting about the Mediterranean island country of Malta. Our guest Anthony Gauci is a Maltese Australian and we discussed the shared histories of Italy and Malta, as well as the many similarities Malta has with Italy, especially Sicily, such as cuisine, architecture and religion. Anthony is also the author of 'The Family of Valletta', a historical fiction novel set in Malta. You will hear more about the book in the episode and you can also click the links below:

Anthony of Instagram:

Thefamilyofvalletta (@thefamilyofvalletta) • Instagram photos and videos

Find the Family of Valletta on Amazon:

Amazon.com.au : the family of valletta

We have a very fun episode for our listeners this week! In this episode Massimo Corrente meets Justin Merendino. Both of these guests are well known passionate and proud Italian Australians in their 20's and each have joined us on the podcast previously, but with Massimo in Melbourne and Justin in Perth this was their first time chatting together! It won't be a surprise to hear that these guys become instant friends. We had a lot to talk about and a lot of laughs.

A big thanks to our sponsors for this week's episode- Melbourne Arancini. In 2016 husband and wife team Paul and Laura Muscara started Melbourne Arancini, supplying Melbourne and regional Victoria with handmade, delicious arancini made with the freshest ingredients. Arancini flavours range from traditional Bolognese Ragu, Four Cheese Broccolini, Pizzaiola, Arrabiata and fan favourite Chicken, Leek and Mushroom. They even do special flavours for the holiday season like Garlic Prawn Arancini. They really are Melbourne's best, made fresh. To hear more about Melbourne Arancini listen to the episode or click the links below.

Melbourne Arancini on Instagram:

Melbourne Arancini (@melbournearancini) • Instagram photos and videosMelbourne Arancini Website:

Home | Melbourne Arancini

Massimo on Instagram:

Massimo Corrente (@masscorrente) • Instagram photos and videos

Justin on Instagram:

Justin (Giustino)Merendino (@justin_merendino_raywhite) • Instagram photos and videos

Previous episodes with Massimo:Episode 68: The Fully Sickest of Them All featuring Massimo Corrente - The Italian Australian Podcast | Podcast on Spotify

Episode 84: Favourite 'Nonni words' featuring Massimo Corrente - The Italian Australian Podcast | Podcast on Spotify

Previous episode with Justin:

Episode 99: Remember the name Justin Merendino - The Italian Australian Podcast | Podcast on Spotify

This week we are chatting about the region of Calabria. Our guest Francesco lives in Calabria and is a content creator who is passionate about bringing exposure to this beautiful region of Italy and assisting tourists to experience Calabria. Be sure to check out his page Akalabria, see the link below. With our Calabrese heritage this was an especially valuable chat for us and we loved getting an insight into Calabria in 2025.

Akalabria on Instagram:

Akalabria ®️ | Calabria Cultura Storie Turismo (@akalabria) • Instagram photos and videos